Kolkata, Jan. 27 -- Mohun Bagan Super Giant managed to overcome Bengaluru FC with a slender 1-0 victory at the Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season on Monday.

It was an extremely cagey affair with both teams not getting enough openings in front of the goal. However, Liston Colaco's sensational volley in the 74th minute helped the hosts bag all three points from the crucial clash, a ISL release said.

With this win, the Mariners have taken a seven-point lead (40) over FC Goa (33), who have played a game less (17) than the Mariners (18).

It was a rather slow start to the game with both teams struggling to string multiple passes in midfield. However, Bengaluru FC looked the brighter side going f...